Hello guys, I am pleased to see the establishment of this thread. I also made one last year regarding applications to LAE.
I am a current student at LAE, in year 12. I study Maths Physics Chemistry and Geography. What you hear about LAE is very subjective and the opinions matter from person to person.
After studying here for nearly 6 months now, I have come to a conclusion. There are two types of people; 1) people who are dedicated and 2) those who aren't.
1) These people go for every opportunity which is thrown at them. They are motivated and dedicate in what they do and have high aspirations.
2) These people say they dislike LAE and go around spreading negativity. Also they are too lazy to go for any opportunities and then blame it on LAE for their failure or not achieving their potential.
I am pleased to say I am the first kind. I have come from Valentines High School (Gants Hill) and LAE was my first choice. Studying at VHS I barely did anything but study. Achieving 10 As which is not that bad, I guess.
Coming to LAE has totally changed me and I feel like a new person. I take part in everything I can get my hand around. I will list you a few to give you a glimpse of what you can get at LAE.
Electrochemistry - at a private school, called Highgate school. Involves working with Prof. Compton's group from Oxford. Will be visiting Oxford to present our findings in July
CCF - Combine Cadet Force, also at a private school called Forest school. Involves army drills, weapons handling etc at the end I will get a qualification
Many work exp opportunities - taking part in the Arcadia event which I met Simon Cowell through. Also Getting an internhip for Investment Banking etc
Teachers are really good too. Mostly from Oxford or Cambridge so you get the best people in the subject you do.
These are only some things. We all have high aspirations but it just depends on how hard you work. I aspire to study Accounting and Finance at LSE and get into investment banking.
I would like to welcome any questions.
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